The 77th Venice International Film Festival has just kicked off its first day by having a red carpet event. With Italy being one of the first countries to have a high rate of positive COVID-19 cases in April, the festival has required tourists and movie-goers to take safety precautionary measures. Being one of the first major film festivals to open this year, the event’s focus– the power of cinema and filmmaking creativity– is considered to be an antidote to coronavirus depression. Because of travel restrictions, most Hollywood stars weren’t able to attend the event but a handful of celebrities, directors, and producers made it to the opening day wearing exceptional outfits made by renowned fashion designers. To celebrate the power of cinema as well as creative expression through fashion, we have listed down our fashion favorites from the VIFF red carpet. 

Tilda Swinton in Chanel Haute Couture

Considered to be best dressed by the press, Tilda Swinton walked the red carpet wearing a gorgeous white floral-textured coat dress from the Chanel Haute Couture S/S 2020. She partnered the coat couture with a Manolo Blahnik Trianon printed silk brocade booties– staying true to her androgynous fashion sense. She topped it off with a custom-made James Merry mask for The Human Voice. The actress was set to accept the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement Award– the highest prize of VIFF– alongside Anna Hui.

Elodie in Atelier Versace

Stunning and very elegant, Elodie caught the attention of the audience and press when she arrived at the red carpet wearing a metallic silver gown by Atelier Versace. The look was paired with a black strappy heels with silver accents, complemented by a simple hair and makeup.

Cate Blanchette in Alexander McQueen

This year’s jury president, Cate Blanchette went for a simple yet gorgeous silhouette. The actress wore a floral patch top and black pants ensemble by Alexander McQueen.

Taylor Hill in Etro

Model and actress Taylor Hill gave the bathrobe silhouette a fashionable twist with this Etro blue velvet robe, paired with porcelain-like heels. The look was accessorized with a blue sapphire necklace complemented with an electric blue eyeshadow.

Anna Foglietta in Armani

Anna Foglietta– this year’s main host for the opening and closing ceremonies– went for a masculine-meets-femininity get up by wearing a striped tuxedo ensemble by Armani.

Lotte Verbeek in Alberta Ferretti

Ethereal and goddess-like, award-winning actress Lotte Verbeek stunned in a simple and flowy gray gown encrusted with minimal crystals. The dress was designed by Alberta Ferretti.

Sara Serraioco in Valentino

The Italian actress made an entrance as she arrived via boat wearing a Valentino white flowy gown with a blazer-like top. She remained fashionably comfy by wearing white flat shoes with big golden studs.

Cristiana Capotondi in Alberta Ferretti

Looking like a modern gatsby flapper, Italian actress Cristiana Capotondi wore a low-neck thin-strapped gown detailed with black and blue ostrich feathers, another creation at the event designed by Alberta Ferretti.

Frida Aasen in Alberta Ferretti

Completing the list of women who wore Alberta Ferretti at the red carpet event was Frida Aasen. She wore a dreamy, flowy sheer dress with silver metal accents on the shoulders. She completed the look with heels with icy silver embellishments.

Ludivine Sagnier in Celine

Wearing a classic ‘Little Black Dress’, member of the jury Ludivine Sagnier proved that the timeless piece is perfect for any occasion. The strapped dress was designed by Celine, with minimal crystal details along the neckline.

Beatrice Valli in Rami Kadi

Topping off our list is fashion personality Beatrice Valley wearing a white textured gown with frills and feather embellishment by Rami Kadi.

The Venice International Film Festival is an annual event that aims to showcase outstanding films and documentaries by directors and actors from all around the world. The ten-day event will have its closing awarding ceremony on September 12. Which among our list is your favorite?